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Online Bachelor's Degree: Sustainable Value Chain

Sustainable Value Chain
Bachelor of Science
AT A GLANCE
  • 120 credits
  • Transfer up to 90 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION
  • $250 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Develop Expertise in Sustainability & Supply Chain Management

This career-focused, sustainable value chain bachelor’s degree features topics ranging from the core principles of sustainable process improvement to an introduction to data analytics. In completing coursework, you can also learn about machine learning, environmental health and safety, global marketing, organizational leadership, project management, and much more. Ultimately, this undergraduate degree is designed for individuals looking to make a positive impact in a high-demand, fast-growing field. 

 

Total Credits Required: 120

  • Required Major Core Courses: 30
  • Required Major Capstone Course: 3
  • Required Related Courses: 12
  • General Education Courses: 41
  • Elective Courses: 34

Please note that this curriculum will only be available through Summer 2025.  The program will be discontinued as of the 2025-2026 academic year. A new program Business Administration and Management will be available starting in Fall 2025. 

Core Courses (Major) 

  • (3 Credits, MRKT 394)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 487) 
  • (3 Credits, DATA 320) 
  • (3 Credits, DATA 335) 
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 411) 
  • (3 Credits, OPMG 310) 
  • (3 Credits, OPMG 320) 

Elective Courses (Major) 

You must complete a total of three courses (9 credits) from the options listed below. You may select all three courses from one track or mix and match. The courses are grouped by topic area for your reference. 

Business Analytics 

  • (3 Credits, DATA 300) 
  • (3 Credits, DATA 430) 
  • (3 Credits, ARIN 460) 

Environmental Systems 

  • (3 Credits, ENHS 300) 
  • (3 Credits, ENHS 315) or (3 Credits, ENHS 305) 
  • (3 Credits, ENHS 340) 

Marketing 

  • (3 Credits, MRKT 412) 
  • (3 Credits, MRKT 354) 
  • (3 Credits, MRKT 454) 

Project Management 

  • (3 Credits, BMGT 365) or BMGT 465 
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 488) 
  • (3 Credits, OPMG 350)*

Supply Chain 

  • (3 Credits, BMGT 488) 
  • (3 Credits, OPMG 340)*
  • (3 Credits, OPMG 330)*

Capstone Course (Major) 

  • (3 Credits, OPMG 495) 

* Some courses may not be immediately available but will be available in future terms.

* This information is for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year. For prior year requirements for this program or to review UMGC's complete program requirements for a specific academic year, visit our program catalog archive

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2025–2026 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Develop Vital Skills in Sustainable Value Chain Management

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, proficiency in sustainable value chain management has become crucial for achieving success in the global marketplace. This online sustainable value chain degree program is specifically designed to equip students with the skills required to thrive in this environment. The program seeks to help you develop critical competencies in areas such as logistics, data science, project management, operations management, and more. Program directors regularly revisit and revise the curriculum with an emphasis on helping students achieve the following: 

Practice Real-World Skills in Your Sustainable Value Chain Courses

Throughout your academic curriculum, your instructors will assign coursework that may help you prioritize real-world skills and experience. Some possible course projects include: 

  • Formulate a strategic sustainability plan that aligns with organizational goals.  
  • Analyze the impact of quality management and improvement initiatives to the value chain. 
  • Assess the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives and policies on the value chain. 
  • Evaluate the efficiency and resiliency of an organization’s value chain using advanced analytical tools. 
  • Design and develop innovative business models that integrate sustainability principles while ensuring practical and measurable outcomes. 
  • Analyze strategic business policies and their relationship with a sustainable value chain. 
 

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